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12 AWK

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,951 mi
Last recorded78,951 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration12 AWK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 78,951 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 78,195 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 76,491 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 74,316 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 74,312 miles

Front Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 72,284 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 70,460 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 68,584 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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12 AWK is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 93,665 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 12 AWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 12 AWK?

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What year was 12 AWK registered?

12 AWK is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 November 1986.

Is 12 AWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 12 AWK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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